MSGT Sterling Earl Hintz
Jul 24, 2026
Age 78, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully July 24, 2026. Preceded in death by his wife, Judith. He will be sadly missed by his children, Jennifer (Scott) Wille, Christine (Todd) Jorgensen and Matthew (Danielle) Hintz; grandchildren, Joshua and Emma Wille, Benjamin Jorgensen and Victoria Hintz.
He will also be missed by his loving partner of eighteen years, Sandy Serier, and her...
Sandra (Knutson) Vangen
Jul 23, 2026
Sandra (Knutson) Vangen, 84, of Vadnais Heights, MN, died on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Sandra was born on July 17, 1942 in Fergus Falls, MN to Doris and Lester Knutson.
Sandra grew up in St. Paul, graduated from Bloomington High School and became a secretary. She was introduced to the love of her life, Kenneth, by a cousin. She...
Allan John Hall
Jul 22, 2026
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Allan John Hall, 88, of Stillwater, MN, passed away on July 22, 2026. He was born February 23, 1938, in Duluth, Minnesota, to Homer and Mildred (Bowers) Hall.
Allan grew up in Duluth, where he developed an early love of flying model airplanes, winning first place in the junior division of the city's model airplane contest at age 13. He...
Thao Thu Thi Nguyen
Jul 19, 2026
Thao Nguyen, age 61, of Saint Paul, Minnesota, passed away on July 19, 2026.
Thao was born in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, to Do Nguyen and Hoe Do. She is survived by her beloved husband, Vuong Tran, and her children, Amanda and Justin.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 24, 2026, at St. Adalbert's Catholic...
Sandra "Sandy" Kaye Peterson
Jul 19, 2026
Age 78, of Hudson, Wisconsin, formerly of Somerset, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026.
Sandy was born and raised in Bayport, Minnesota, where she built the foundation of the caring, hardworking woman so many came to know and love. She spent 20 years working at Andersen Windows, where she took pride in her work and formed lasting friendships.
Above all, Sandy’s...
Jeanette "Nette" Marie LaVenture
Jul 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved sister, Jeanette "Nette" Marie LaVenture on July 17, 2026, born on November 21, 1951. Nette was a very special sister in her own way. She was a fun and loving person to be with!! She loved helping various family members with their babies. She had a certain...
Nancy Ann Reule
Jul 16, 2026
Nancy Ann Reule (Jones) age 71 of Ocala, FL (formerly of Cottage Grove, MN) passed away peacefully at United Hospital in St. Paul, Mn on July 16, 2026, after facing challenges with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) which she battled with grace and resilience.
Nancy was born on April 1, 1955 in St. Paul, MN. In elementary school she met Joey...
Michael Palmer
Jul 15, 2026
It is with deep sadness and profound respect that we announce the passing of Michael Palmer, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who departed this life peacefully at home on July 15, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on July 13, 1948, in Forest Lake, Minnesota, Mike was a beloved figure whose presence brought warmth and laughter...
Audrey Christine Schroeder (Cheatham)
Jul 15, 2026
Audrey Christine Schroeder, a woman of deep passion, fierce dedication, and a boundless, adventurous spirit, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, at the age of 86, following a courageous battle with mixed dementia. In Audrey's own words, the purpose of her life was simply "to love and to be loved"-a mission she fulfilled beautifully every single day.
Born in St....
James Edward Brochman
Jul 15, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James (Jim) Brochman. Jim, age 72, of Stillwater, MN, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at his home.
Jim grew up in Stillwater and graduated from Stillwater High School in 1972. He worked at Andersen Windows for nearly 40 years before he retired. Outside of work, Jim found his...
Minda Lee Heidenreich
Jul 13, 2026
This is the story of Minda Heidenreich.Minda was born May 11, 1955, in Storm Lake, Iowa, to Robert and Doris (McNerney) Battern. She spent her childhood in Creston, Manchester, and Charles City before moving to Arnolds Park, where she graduated as valedictorian of Arnolds Park High School. She later earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from Buena Vista College.On September...
Rev. William "Bill" Russell Straka
Jul 13, 2026
Rev. William "Bill" Russell Straka, 85 of Oak Park Heights, MN died July 13 after a long illness. He was born April 25, 1941, to Harold and Margaret in Waterloo, IA.
Bill married Carol at Wartburg Seminary. He was pastor to Lutheran churches in Minnesota, before serving as a chaplain at a senior home and hospital in Iowa. Bill's strong faith...
Mark Joseph Salmen
Jul 13, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mark Salmen. Mark Joseph Salmen, age 74, of Afton, MN, passed away, on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Lakeview Hospital, in Stillwater, MN.He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Elizabeth Salmen, infant brother, Gregory Salmen, and grandson, Jonathan Gomez. He is survived by his wife Suzanne...
Phyllis Ione Elmquist
Jul 13, 2026
Elmquist, Phyllis (Myhre) age 103 of North Oaks, MN, formerly of West St. Paul, MN, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 13th, 2026. Born November 13, 1922 in Spring Grove, MN.Preceded in death by parents Martin and Stella (Qualey) Myhre, husband, Alton Elmquist, infant son Bruce, sisters Doreen Dahl, Lola Thorson and Audrey Olson, brothers-in-law Tenus Thorson, P. Kenneth Olson,...
Ruby Marie (Graf) Salewski
Jul 12, 2026
Ruby Marie (Graf) Salewski, 94 of Oak Park Heights, MN, beloved mother and grandmother, was called home by her Heavenly Father on Sunday July 12, 2026.
Ruby was born on February 22, 1932, in Vernon, Texas. She graduated from South Lockett High School in Vernon, TX. She then attended the University of Texas - Austin to become a registered nurse and...
Jacqueline "Jackie" June Nemec
Jul 10, 2026
Age 95, passed away quietly on Friday, July 10, 2026. She led a full and rewarding life and has left many memories to cherish. Jackie will be missed by all who knew her.
She is preceded in death by her parents Edwin Eliasen and Arline Strand Eliasen Sveda; husband, James; sister Donna Mae Eliasen, half-brothers James Sveda, David Eliasen, Richard Eliasen,...
John Ole Ranisate
Jul 9, 2026
John Ole Ranisate of Cameron WI passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, at the age of 92. He was born on November 4, 1933, in Bagley, MN to Tallak and Lillian (Anderson) Ranisate. John was a devoted husband to Emily Ranisate and loving father to his six children, Cindy (Mike) McNiff, Little Rock AR, Dan (Janet) Carpenter, Cottage Grove...
Mary Lee Speich
Jul 8, 2026
Mary Lee Speich passed away Wednesday, July 8, peacefully at home with family and caregivers at her side after coping with health issues over the past year.
She was preceded in death by her parents, David and Leona Speich, and her brother, Jon Speich. Mary is now reunited with several of her favorites.
Mary is survived by her brothers Tim (Deb) Speich...
Bruce L. Mead
Jul 8, 2026
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Age 75 of Mahtomedi. Retired St. Paul Police Officer.
Survived by daughters, Nicki Mikolai and Caitlin (Jeff) Isaac; son, Matthew Mead; grandchildren, Mira and Mason Mead, Jack and Avery Mikolai, and Nellie Isaac; brothers, Brian and Greg (Jeanette); nieces, cousins, and friends.
Preceded in death by wife of 43 years, Lesley; parents, Donald and Nancy; and sister,...
Thomas James Lindquist
Jul 8, 2026
Lindquist, Thomas James Sr., age 73, of Forest Lake, MN, beloved husband, father, and grandfather peacefully passed away at home on July 8, 2026 after battling Parkinsons and Lewy Body Dementia.Thomas was born on February 26th, 1953 in St. Paul, MN. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 46 years of marriage, Diana Lindquist (nee. Evers); parents,...
